Charming & Updated Owatonna Home with Tons of Character and Potential Step into a perfect mix of classic charm and modern updates in this spacious 4-bed, 2-bath home right in the heart of Owatonna. Originally built in 1890, this home has all the character you’d expect—like refinished original doors, French doors off the foyer, and a unique butler’s staircase—paired with thoughtful updates that make life easy. The main floor offers a large living room, formal dining room with a big bay window, and a beautifully updated kitchen featuring white cabinetry, butcher block countertops, and stainless steel appliances (new in 2021). A spacious main floor bedroom and fully remodeled 3/4 bath (new subfloor, fixtures, the works!) add flexibility for guests or a home office. Upstairs, you’ll find three sun-filled bedrooms, a full bath, and even upper-level laundry for extra convenience. The home also has a newer furnace, AC, roof, and windows (all replaced in 2017), plus a brand new 40,000 BTU water heater—so the big-ticket items are already taken care of. The yard is fully fenced, offering privacy and a safe space for kids or pets. The current garage is functional with a sliding barn door and could fit a car, but it’s being used for shop/storage. There’s also room on the lot to build a new garage down the line. Bonus: this property was once a duplex, and still has plumbing/gas in place in the upper bedroom—making it a smart investment option down the road. Quick closing is possible and preferred!
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$213,400
231 E Pearl St, Owatonna, MN 55060
4beds
1,754sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
8,755 Square Feet Lot
$214,100 Zestimate®
$122/sqft
$1,763 Estimated rent
Home value
$214,100
$201,000 - $229,000
$1,763/mo
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Listed by:
Thomas Chan Cochrane-Cole 612-889-0376,
National Realty Guild
Bought with:
Harlee Ashtyn Vokon
eXp Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6764652
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 229.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 17
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 76.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 147.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 9.5
Laundry
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 175.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 13
Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.5 x 24
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,754
- Total interior livable area: 1,754 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,754
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Gravel, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (25x19)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full,Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,755 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 x 132
- Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Foundation area: 1100
- Parcel number: 171001116
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Owatonna
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $122/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $188,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,470
- Date on market: 7/31/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 68 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Sold | $213,400+1.7%$122/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Pending sale | $209,900$120/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $209,900$120/sqft |
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| 9/18/2025 | Pending sale | $209,900$120/sqft |
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| 9/12/2025 | Price change | $209,900-3.5%$120/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $217,500-2.2%$124/sqft |
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| 8/8/2025 | Price change | $222,500-3.3%$127/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $230,000+10.6%$131/sqft |
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| 12/20/2023 | Sold | $208,000+1.5%$119/sqft |
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| 11/30/2023 | Pending sale | $205,000$117/sqft |
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| 11/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $205,000$117/sqft |
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| 11/10/2023 | Pending sale | $205,000+115.8%$117/sqft |
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| 11/6/2023 | Sold | $95,000-53.7%$54/sqft |
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| 10/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $205,000$117/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,470 +8.7% | $188,300 |
| 2024 | $2,272 -1.8% | $188,300 +12.6% |
| 2023 | $2,314 +17% | $167,300 +2.4% |
| 2022 | $1,978 +2% | $163,400 +22.4% |
| 2021 | $1,940 -0.4% | $133,500 +2.7% |
| 2020 | $1,948 +21.1% | $130,000 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $1,608 +17.4% | $123,382 +10.7% |
| 2018 | $1,370 -3.4% | $111,426 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $1,418 | $98,882 +20.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $81,928 |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 55060
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